Sabalenka dances the Macarena, Serena shares Venus’ wedding outfit as Svitolina and Monfils shape the offseason

In a new Daily Dose of Social Media, Serena Williams shared new photos from her time attending the wedding of her sister Venus Williams, while Aryna Sabalenka posted a fun moment dancing La Macarena at the Battle of the Sexes event after her loss to Nick Kyrgios.

Meanwhile, Iga Swiatek expressed her gratitude following her appearance at the World Tennis Continental Cup, while Gaël Monfils and Elina Svitolina offered glimpses of their pre-season preparations, highlighted by a heartfelt reflection from the veteran Frenchman, who will play the final season of his professional career.

Serena Williams shared photographs from the recent wedding of her sister, Venus Williams, who married Italian actor Andrea Preti. Serving as a bridesmaid, the 23-time Grand Slam champion showcased the attire worn during the celebrations held in Florida. In a notable gesture, Serena gifted the newlyweds a yacht, which was also used to accommodate several wedding guests during the festivities.

The former world number one remains a prominent figure in the sport's social circles following her retirement from professional competition. Despite her transition away from the court, she continues to support her sister’s milestones and engage with fans through her lifestyle updates. “Sometimes being a good bridesmaids means frolicking along the beachside after glam🧚🏾”

Iga Swiatek continues her preseason schedule by participating in the World Tennis Continental Cup, an exhibition event serving as a competitive bridge before the 2026 WTA season. The world No. 2 shared highlights of her matches on social media, emphasizing her focus on regaining match rhythm after the off-season break. These appearances allow the Polish star to test tactical adjustments in a high-intensity environment while representing her team in the new intercontinental format.

The six-time Grand Slam champion enters the upcoming season looking to build on a successful 2025 campaign that included a milestone victory at Wimbledon. Following her stint at the World Tennis Continental Cup, Swiatek is scheduled to travel to Australia to lead the Polish team in the United Cup.

“Thank you to @wtcctennis for having me but what's even more important thank you to so many amazing fans for coming to see us and cheering! Your passion and energy are incredible!😇💛 Next stop ⏩️ 🌏🐨🇦🇺”

The Battle of the Sexes exhibition between Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios finally took place, ending in a straight-sets victory for the Australian (6-3, 6-3), with neither player reaching a high level of play. The world No. 1 was far from her best form and, despite certain advantages—such as a smaller court diameter—she was unable to challenge Kyrgios, who did not need to exert much effort to secure the win.

Despite the defeat in the Battle of the Sexes, Sabalenka showed her great sense of humor during the exhibition and was seen dancing the Macarena in one of the most entertaining moments of the night. The 4-time major champion later posted several photos of her participation in the exhibition and thanked the fans for the support received despite the loss to Kyrgios.

“Thank you to everyone that came out to support! I hope we were able to keep you entertained 😉 This match was good practice before the new season begins. Speaking of… I might have to take this jacket with me in the 2026 season ✨🤩 Up next @australianopen 🔜”

Australian tennis player Daria Saville has shared several moments of how she is experiencing her pregnancy through her social media, this time alongside her husband Luke Saville and their end-of-year activities, including their Christmas celebrations. The 31-year-old, known for her resilience after overcoming multiple knee surgeries throughout her career, posted several photos showing the progress of her pregnancy and her days in Australia as the year comes to a close. The couple attended social events, media interviews, and spent time with family.

Saville, who reached a career-high World No. 20 in 2017, has been a constant presence on Australia’s Billie Jean King Cup team and one of the most charismatic players on tour. Her absence will be particularly felt during the upcoming Australian swing, where she is usually a crowd favourite at Melbourne Park.

Elina Svitolina and Gael Monfils continue their pre-season preparations ahead of a special year for the couple, as Monfils, 39, has announced that 2026 will be the final season of his career.

The former World No. 6 has not yet revealed which tournament will be his last, but he will begin the season at the ASB Classic in Auckland, where he is the defending champion. As he prepares for his return to competition, Monfils shared an emotional reflection just days before starting what will be his farewell season.

“Final season. Today, I’m heading out for what will be my last season of tennis. A huge chapter of my life. Before I left, my daughter said to me: “Daddy, what if we put on our masks and become superheroes?

She with her Spider-Man mask, Me with my Black Panther mask. Because in her eyes, I will always be a hero. And because through her eyes, we can face the world together. I leave with that invisible mask on my heart. With pride. With gratitude. With love. One last season. For her. For me. For everything tennis has given me.”

Meanwhile, Ukrainian star Elina Svitolina, currently World No. 14, has no intention of retiring. At 31, she remains one of the tour’s most consistent players, having narrowly missed the Top 10 last season.

Despite missing the final months of competition, the former World No. 3 still managed to finish the year inside the Top 15. She will also open her 2026 season in Auckland, on the women’s side, where she will be the top seed in a draw featuring players such as Emma Navarro, Iva Jovic, and Alexandra Eala. “Festive joy with a side of flu 🤒🫠🎄